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Apiaceae EAT IN:  Sign in to review this pageAbout the Author: John Immel, How Can This Ayurvedic Food Make You Feel Great?AYURVEDIC ANALYSISThe ancient Romans used both the leaves and seeds to preserve meats. Today, coriander still adds a pleasant aroma to meats and is popular in meat dishes from India to Morocco. Coriander kills meat-spoiling bacteria and fungi and contains an antioxidant that prevents animal fats from turning rancid. These properties are used topically by Ayurvedic practitioners to prevent infection in wounds. Coriander seed is drying. A cold infusion of the seeds flushes heat out of the urinary system. The diuretic and digestive qualities are useful in detoxifying the blood. As a digestive, expectorant, and anti-allergenic, it is an especially useful spice in Spring allergies. Coriander seed is common in anti-allergy formulas. In Chinese medicine Coriander subdues Qi. In Greek medicine it was used as an aphrodisiac. A powder of the seeds is used for worms in children. Similar in properties is cumin, which is an antidote for hot, pungent food (tomatoes,chilis, etc). Cumin, coriander, and fennel are related plants with similar properties and the basis for a famous Ayurvedic tea. ABOUT CORIANDER SEEDBUYING & PREPARATIONCOOKING CORIANDER SEED Browse RecipesLearn about the health benefits of Coriander Seed for FREE
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WHY EAT AN AYURVEDIC DIET?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. An Ayurvedic diet is tailored to your individual body type and the specific imbalances you are working with at any given time. Ayurveda shows you your specific body type’s needs and what should be favored in your Ayurvedic menu. Watch as you eat less but feel more satisfied because what you are eating truly nourishes you. Since Ayurveda believes all disease begins in the digestive tract, food is your first medicine. By eating a healthy diet that’s ideal for your body, you experience optimal health.Is Coriander Seed Good for My Ayurvedic Diet?AYURVEDIC MEDICINAL QUALITIES
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The list of actions below has not be approved by the FDA and should not be used to treat a medical condition.Digestion: Antispasmodic , ANTISPASMODICHerbs that reduce or inhibit muscle spasms or cramping, such as in asthma, colic or IBS.Appetizer , APPETIZERHerbs that cleanse the palate & stimulate hunger or desire to eat.Carminative , CARMINATIVEStimulates the release of gas. Helpful for bloating or cramping abdominal pain. Propels food downward.Digestive , DIGESTIVEHerbs that encourage healthy digestion.Spleen Tonic SPLEEN-TONICAn herb that strengthens spleen function by improving strength of the blood. Spleen tonics Builds agni, brighten the person's appearances & firms up tissues.Cleanse and Detox: Burns Toxins , BURNS-TOXINSAn herb that detoxifies by helping your body metabolize toxins, as opposed to eliminating them.Detoxicant DETOXICANTAn herb that eliminates or metabolizes toxins from the body.Heart & Circulation: Alterative , ALTERATIVELiterally, an herb that restores the proper function of the body. In practice, alteratives are usually blood cleansers and blood chemistry balancers. They were traditionally used to revitalize and detoxify after a long winter.Vulnerary VULNERARYAn herb used for the treatment of wounds. Promotes healing of skin lesions and wounds/promotes cell growth and repairImmune System: Anthelminthic , ANTHELMINTHICKills wormsAntihistamine ANTIHISTAMINEHerbs that interrupt an allergic reaction or calm the immune system.Kidney & Urinary: Diuretic DIURETICHerbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.Lung and Sinus: Expectorant EXPECTORANTHerbs that help you cough up and eliminate mucus. These herbs often work by increasing the quantity of mucus, or thinning the mucus.Mind, Stress & Sleep: Brain Tonic BRAIN-TONICAn herb that strengthens the brain, thereby improves either mental function, stamina, or stability.Skin Care & Beauty: Diaphoretic DIAPHORETICAn herb that induces sweating, often by dilating blood vessels close to the skin.HEALTH & WELLNESS PRACTITIONERS!(Not you? Keep scrolling!) Eat Well for Life With Ayurveda: Balance Your DoshaHOW DOES EATING AYURVEDICALLY MAKE YOU FEEL?Eating Ayurvedically makes you feel nourished and energized. Food digests with ease when right for your body type (dosha). Healthy digestion is seen as the cornerstone of well-being in Ayurveda. Healthy digestion generally prevents illness. If you do get sick, a strong digestive fire reduces the severity of illness and increases your resilience. It also improves your mood. Once you begin eating Ayurvedically, you will feel refreshed, vital and strong.View Other Ingredients for SpringCoriander Seed is recommended for Spring. Check out these other Spring foods here.Comments & Impressions of 'Coriander Seed'Do you like 'coriander seed'? Why or why not? What makes it unique? Is there something you'd like to know about 'coriander seed'?148 likes a traditional home remedy for
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Blood and Circulation Autoimmune Disorders, Multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS), Teeth marks on tongue edges, Water RetentionDigestion Craving Crunchy Foods, Food allergy, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Sores inside mouthMind Stress Sleep Cry easilyBones FibromyalgiaKidney Bladder Urinary Kidney StonesSkin Sensitive to Poison Ivy, Skin sensitivity to chemicals
About the Author John Immel, the founder of Joyful Belly, teaches people how to have a healthy diet and lifestyle with Ayurveda. His approach to Ayurveda exudes a certain ease, which many find enjoyable and insightful. His online course Balance Your Ayurvedic Diet in a Week provides tools for gracefully healing with Ayurveda to thousands. John also directs Joyful Belly's School of Ayurveda , which specializes in digestive tract pathology & Ayurvedic nutrition. John and his wife Natalie recently published Explore Your Hunger: A Guide to Hunger, Appetite & Food.John's interest in Ayurveda and digestive tract pathology was inspired by a complex digestive disorder acquired from years of international travel, including his public service work in South Asia. John's commitment to the detailed study of digestive disorders reflects his zeal to get down to the roots of the problem. His hope and belief in the capacity of each & every client to improve their quality of life is nothing short of a personal passion. John's creativity in the kitchen and delight in cooking for others comes from his family oriented upbringing. In addition to his certification in Ayurveda, John holds a bachelor's degree in mathematics from Harvard University. John enjoys sharing Ayurveda within the context of his Catholic roots, and finds Ayurveda gives him an opportunity to participate in the healing mission of the Church. Jesus expressed God's love by feeding and healing the sick. That kindness is the fundamental ministry of Ayurveda as well. |
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